Dialysis Chronic RN | Local Contract
Are you an experienced Dialysis RN looking for a rewarding opportunity to provide specialized renal care while making a meaningful impact on patients' lives? This local contract assignment offers the opportunity to leverage your chronic hemodialysis expertise in a collaborative clinical environment focused on exceptional patient outcomes, quality care, and professional growth.
Location: Baltimore, MD
Pay Rate: $50-$55+/hour
Shift/Schedule: 8-hour shifts
Employment Type: 13-week local contract assignment (local candidates only; this is not a travel position)
Why This Role Matters
As a Dialysis Chronic RN, you are responsible for delivering and coordinating clinically competent dialysis care for patients with End Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD). Your knowledge of chronic hemodialysis, patient assessment, care planning, medication administration, and patient education plays a critical role in improving patient outcomes while supporting safe and effective dialysis operations.
What You'll Do
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments before, during, and after hemodialysis treatments.
• Collect, analyze, and document patient data in the medical record and communicate significant findings to the healthcare team.
• Develop, update, and implement individualized nursing care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Coordinate and oversee the safe delivery of chronic hemodialysis treatments for assigned patients.
• Administer medications as prescribed and document patient response and effectiveness.
• Monitor patients throughout treatment and make appropriate treatment modifications as indicated.
• Provide patient and family education regarding disease management, dialysis treatment, transplant options, and treatment modalities.
• Assess and document patient learning needs and reinforce ongoing education.
• Initiate or assist with emergency response measures as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, technicians, and ancillary staff to provide exceptional patient care.
• Ensure proper laboratory specimen collection, processing, shipping, and follow-up of missed or insufficient collections.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient outcomes and facility operations.
• Serve as a clinical resource and assist in training and orientation of new staff as assigned.
• Delegate appropriate patient care tasks to Dialysis Patient Care Technicians, LPNs, and other team members in accordance with facility policies and state regulations.
• Support adherence to all dialysis, nursing, safety, infection control, and regulatory standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by facility leadership.
What We're Looking For
• A current, up-to-date resume.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current Maryland RN license in good standing.
• Current BLS/CPR certification or successful completion as required.
• Minimum of 1 year of Nephrology Nursing experience within the last 2 years as a Registered Nurse required.
• Chronic hemodialysis experience required.
• Strong dialysis patient assessment and clinical decision-making skills.
• Experience administering medications and monitoring patient response during dialysis treatments.
• Knowledge of ESKD patient care, dialysis treatment protocols, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Strong communication, documentation, and patient education skills.
• Ability to supervise, delegate, and support direct patient care staff appropriately.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of a dialysis clinical environment, including prolonged standing and assisting with patient care activities.
• Demonstrated commitment to patient safety, quality care, and customer service excellence.
• Two verified references (one manager, one peer).
• Ability to meet compliance requirements including: a physician’s statement, color vision exam, TB test, and the following immunizations: Tdap, Hep B, MMR, Varicella, Flu, and COVID.
• Eligible and provide proof of eligibility to work in the US.
What's In It For You
• Competitive Pay: $50-$55+/hour.
• Flexibility: 13-week local contract assignment.
• Impact: Make a real difference in patients’ lives every day.
• Growth: Expand your clinical skills in a specialized dialysis setting.
• Teamwork: Work with a supportive, professional healthcare team.
Benefits for Manpower Associates (Upon Eligibility)
Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:
• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)